Favorite Adinkra symbol & what it means to you: Nkyinkime - Balance in Life - For me that means there is time to laugh, cry, relax, love, work, worship God, play and enjoy whatever you like. It's about balance. Too much of anything is not good.

Favorite Divine Chocolate product: White Chocolate with Strawberries -- it tastes like a milkshake!

What do you like most about working at Divine? I love the diverse team and the business model with farmer ownership. I love that it’s a fair trade brand that cares about the welfare of folks. I love what Kuapa Kokoo represents.

Most memorable place you've ever visited: Cape Town, South Africa and Kumasi, Ghana

Something someone would be surprised to know about you​: I'm a mama's boy.

Favorite Adinkra symbol & what it means to you: Denkyem - Adaptability - I love the symbolism of the turtle to show adaptability. I also love turtles.

Favorite Divine Chocolate product: Dark Chocolate with Whole Almonds -- I love the perfect blend of our dark chocolate with the whole almonds. It's delicious!

What do you like most about working at Divine? I like the amazing group of co-workers, the mission of our company, and working for a small company during a tremendous growth period.

Most memorable place you've ever visited: Skellig Islands in Ireland

Something someone would be surprised to know about you​: I once took first place in a mountain bike race in my age group.

Favourite Adinkra symbol & what it means to you: Dwennimmen - Humility & Inner Strength – Remaining humble is the only true way to cultivate empathy. I find inner strength in empathy because it enables me to constantly learn from others and grow as an individual.

Favourite Divine Chocolate product: It’s a toss-up depending on my mood. The Dark Chocolate with Whole Almonds is my usual go-to because I love the satisfying crunch and flavor of the almonds. The 85% Dark Chocolate is perfect for a little pick-me-up in the afternoon with coffee. The 70% Dark Chocolate with Raspberries is reserved for days when I really feel like treating myself.

What do you like most about working at Divine? I like that I am able to work for a company made up of people who are genuine in their messages and sincere in their motivations. We are all working toward a vision of success that prioritizes human rights and sustainability in cocoa farming. At the end of the day, I know that even in the smallest of ways, I am contributing to something that matters.

​Most memorable place you've ever visited: Ghana! I traveled there in 2008 as part of a study abroad/service-learning trip in college.

Something someone would be surprised to know about you​: I really wish that I was a morning person.

Favourite Adinkra symbol & what it means to you: Funtunfunefu - Denkyemfunefu - Democracy and Shared Destiny - It means that to live in conflict is harmful to all who engage in it, and to truly prosper we need to get along with all living beings and learn to live in harmony just as the "Siamese Crocodiles" Funtunfunefu & Denkyemfunefu did.

Favourite Divine Chocolate product: 70% Dark Chocolate with Mango & Coconut -- the tropical flavor of the Mango combined with the texture and sweetness of the coconut is divine.

What do you like most about working at Divine? Giving back is a priority in my life, and as a social enterprise business providing a better means for the people and the planet is at the heart of what we do. In addition my co-workers at Divine all share the same vision which makes it a stimulating environment for the exchange of ideas, strategies, and problem solving.

​Most memorable place you've ever visited: The Grand Canyon -- the enormity of it was overwhelming, and to be exposed to something so vast in nature was humbling.

Something someone would be surprised to know about you: I am one of 65,000+ amateur musicians who enjoy making music as a hobby.

Favourite Adinkra symbol & what it means to you: Kokrobotie - Co-operation - which I believe is key in all relationships.

Favourite Divine Chocolate product: Dark with Hazelnut Truffle -- a perfect blend of flavors!

What do you like most about working at Divine? I'm surrounded by a group of talented, passionate leaders who truly value each individuals strengths and insight. Working for a cause keeps me centered on how our business impacts our farmers and co-op. At the end of the day this is a company that I am very proud to be a part of because it's making a difference in people's lives.

Most memorable place you've ever visited: Ireland. The people, the culture, and scenery were unforgettable.

Something people would be surprised to know about you: I sang in Choir for over 10 years. I love Choral music and all kinds of acapella groups.

Favourite Adinkra symbol & what it means to you: Aya - endurance, perseverance. To me, this symbol encourages a mindset to bloom confidently where you are planted. Being resourceful and empathetic as a leader and teammate fosters efficiency and creates lasting relationships towards meeting shared goals.

Favourite Divine Chocolate product: 70% Dark Chocolate with Ginger and Orange is my favorite, but I’m not picky when it comes to chocolate!

What do you like most about working at Divine? As an advocate of human rights and sustainable development, I love working with a company that embeds social justice and equality into the business model. Having a positive impact at my job is essential, and Divine allows me the space to think creatively in sharing our brand story. I am learning every day about the impact we can have in our communities locally and globally that challenge current practices that don’t effectively serve the people living in them.

Most memorable place you've ever visited: The Colosseum in Rome, Italy and Dobra Tea in Prague, Czech Republic.

Something someone would be surprised to know about you: I love to cook and watch the Great British Baking Show.

Favourite Adinkra symbol & what it means to you: Akoma - patience, harmony. Acceptance and tolerance is important to me as is getting together as one. I also love music and the heart-shaped symbol.

Favourite Divine Chocolate product: Dark Chocolate with Toffee and Sea Salt. For me, the mix of salty and sweet is just right!

What do you like most about working at Divine? I like working for a company that is socially responsible and supports Fair Trade and I also enjoy working with Divine's talented group of individuals.

Most memorable place you've ever visited: Sedona, Arizona. Beautiful!

Something someone would be surprised to know about you: I have attended home baseball games for 24 of our 30 Major League Baseball teams. 6 to go!

What is your favourite Adinkra symbol and what does it mean to you? Mate Masie - Wisdom, Knowledge and Prudence- Though you may be wise or highly intelligent, that won't allow you to stop exercising good judgment on when to listen and learn from others.

What is your favourite Divine Chocolate product? Milk Chocolate with Hazelnuts

What do you like most about working at Divine? I like that working with the team here at Divine gives me the opportunity to have a hand in helping to create, grow and nurture something bigger than myself.

What is the most memorable place you've ever visited? Portugal and Spain during my honeymoon.

What is something someone would be surprised to know about you? I truly enjoy the art of cooking.

What is your favourite Adinkra symbol and what does it mean to you? Sankofa - Reversion, Revival, & Learning from the past. In order to grow as a person, it's important to think back to past experiences and apply the knowledge learned to the present.

What is your favourite Divine Chocolate product? Milk Chocolate with Gingerbread Crisp. It's perfect for the holidays but every day for me!

What do you like most about working at Divine? I like the environment and being surrounded by hardworking individuals working to achieve the same goal of making a difference within the company as well as in the chocolate industry.

What is the most memorable place you've ever visited? Europe! Specifically, London, Paris, and Rome. I had a fun time traveling between countries, exploring the cities, and eating delicious food with my family.

What is something someone would be surprised to know about you? I have an obsession with potato chips

Favourite Adinkra symbol & what it means to you: Fi-Hankra - Family & Solidarity - Nothing on earth is as important to me as family and the value of family unity. I come from a very large and strongly connected family, and it is my favorite thing in the whole world.

Favourite Divine Chocolate product: White Chocolate with Strawberries. It’s unique and tastes amazing. Milk Chocolate with Toffee and Sea Salt is a very close second!

What do you like most about working at Divine? I love that I get to tell the powerful story of Divine over and over again. I love that Divine is so much more than just another chocolate company. We care about our farmers, sustainability, and the planet as a whole. Divine truly is trying to make a difference and make this world a better and sweeter place. (pun intended!)

Most memorable place you've ever visited: St. Thomas, Virgin Islands. It is where my beautiful wife and I spent our honeymoon and it was the best week of my life!

Something someone would be surprised to know about you​: I have a twin sister and I am a preacher’s daughter.

Favorite Adinkra symbol & what it means to you: Funtunfunefu-Denkyemfunefu - Democracy & Shared Destiny -The entanglement between democracy and shared destiny is inseparable.

Favorite Divine Chocolate product: 70% Dark Chocolate with Raspberries. I love the bittersweet dark chocolate coupled with the tangy raspberry flavor.

What do you like most about working at Divine? I believe in food justice, sustainability, female empowerment, and wage justice for all across our globe -, especially for farmers.

Most memorable place you've ever visited: Prague, Czech Republic and Priština, Kosovo

Something someone would be surprised to know about you​: I am an avid baker.

Favourite Adinkra symbol & what it means to you - Funtunfunefu-Denkyemfunefu - The siamese crocodile, represents democracy and unity in diversity as they share the one stomach. Together Divine and Kuapa Kokoo are at the forefront of the chocolate industry in championing a new way of doing business between north and south, producer and consumer – and we have a shared destiny which means the success of one is the success of the other.

Favourite Divine Chocolate product - Divine 70% Dark chocolate with raspberry

What do you like most about working at Divine? - Proving that you can do business differently, getting to know cocoa farmers and developing delectable chocolate products.

Most memorable place you've ever visited - Sao Tome (Chocolate Island) the centre of the world where the zero Meridian crosses the equator where we source the cocoa for our new organic range.

Something someone would be surprised to know about you - When I was 12 I played Rudyard Kipling’s sister in a Blue Peter Special Assignment with Peter Purves on BBC TV

Favourite Adinkra symbol & what it means to you - Denkyem - adaptability - “When in Rome”

Favourite Divine Chocolate product - Dark Organic 85% Chocolate with Lemon

What do you like most about working at Divine? - Every day is different

Most memorable place you've ever visited - Tutankhamen exhibition in London when I was 16

Something someone would be surprised to know about you - I lived on a remote sub-tropical island for a couple of years

Favourite Adinkra symbol & what it means to you - Denkyem - adaptability, somewhat essential in Ops but more so I just think it’s a really cool symbol

Favourite Divine Chocolate product - White Chocolate. 35g… so that I don’t eat the entire 90g bar!

What do you like most about working at Divine? - The privilege of working for one of the most successful, recognised and long-standing social enterprises and to be able to positively contribute to an organisation that proves there is a better way of doing business.

Most memorable place you've ever visited - Deadvlei, Sossusvlei. Before the sun hits.

Something someone would be surprised to know about you​ - I love karaoke.

Favourite Adinkra symbol & what it means to you - Sanckofa - which means ‘go back and fetch it’ – I studied history at university, and enjoy looking to the past for insight and inspiration

Favourite Divine Chocolate product - 45% milk chocolate – it’s a ‘grown up’ milk chocolate packed with cocoa flavour and with much less sugar. I think it’s one of the best milk chocolate bars on the market.

What do you like most about working at Divine? - I enjoy being part of a strong team, and having the opportunity to influence the direction of our fantastic business

Most memorable place you've ever visited - The ruined temples at Angkor Wat in Cambodia – they are buried in the jungle, and visiting them feels like stepping back in time to an ancient civilisation

Something someone would be surprised to know about you​ - I play the violin and viola in my spare time, and have played in concerts in the Royal Albert Hall and the Royal Festival Hall

Favourite Adinkra symbol & what it means to you: Aya (Fern) - I love the organic shape and the meaning of ‘endurance’ or ‘perseverance’. To me Aya signifies growth and moving forwards, qualities which are so important to me, and it’s such an energising symbol.

Favourite Divine Chocolate product: Argh, it’s so hard to pick one! But I can get pretty evangelical about the Divine Organic range, and I love the Refreshing Lemon flavour which is so smooth and delicious. A little of this chocolate really goes a long way, it’s a great pick me up.

What do you like most about working at Divine? I love working for an organisation that is so successful in combining a strong ethical standpoint with commercial success, and that we are continually challenging the way business is done. And I’m proud to be part of such a committed, creative and diverse team across the world.

Most memorable place you've ever visited: Ha Long Bay in Vietnam. I’d love to go back there and swim in the middle of a natural wonder again.

Something someone would be surprised to know about you: I lived in Japan for 3 years and speak fluent Japanese

Favourite Adinkra symbol & what it means to you: Funtunfunefu-Denkyemfunefu - democracy and unity in diversity. I really believe the colour and wonder of life would be lost if it weren’t for differences, but finding unity in these differences is the key to a happy and peaceful world.

Favourite Divine Chocolate product: Cappuccino snack bar - the combination of coffee, milk and white chocolate is the perfect morning and afternoon pick me up!

What do you like most about working at Divine? I love working for a brand that challenges the status quo and that shows it is possible to do business differently. Divine also prides itself on collaboration and I love the fact I get to know and work with so many other brilliant brands and organisations. And of course, I love chocolate!

Most memorable place you've ever visited: Hiroshima in Japan. A place with such a sad history yet overflowing with happiness and hope - I was really touched by the spirit of the people there.

Something someone would be surprised to know about you​: I love paragliding in my spare time and am a proud owner of an Elementary Pilot Certificate!

Favourite Adinkra symbol & what it means to you – Sanckofa - go back and fetch it. I think making sure you use your past experiences to shape your future decisions is an extremely important skill

Favourite Divine Chocolate product - Dark Raspberry or Milk Orange!

What do you like most about working at Divine?- The mission of the company, working in a small dynamic company, and obviously….the chocolate!

Most memorable place you've ever visited - Iceland

Something someone would be surprised to know about you​ - I once completed 4 months of weightlifting training, and my PB was 100kg deadlift. This is now my personal goal for 2019.

Favourite Adinkra symbol & what it means to you - Sankofa - go back and fetch it. For me it means we shouldn’t be ashamed to learn from past experiences. This can help us avoid making the same mistakes.

Favourite Divine Chocolate product - 45% Milk chocolate. It has a rich and creamy taste.

What do you like most about working at Divine? - I like the collaborative spirit of the Divine team and the 'bring a dish to share' monthly team meetings where we get to experience the culinary skills of other team members.

Most memorable place you've ever visited - The Vaalserberg tripoint where Germany, Netherlands and Belgium meet. It’s cool walking from one country to the next within seconds and without restrictions. It also has a lovely view.

Something someone would be surprised to know about you​ - I was a choir executive in High School - leader of the soprano singers

Favourite Adinkra symbol & what it means to you - Dua Afe - Life, Love, Nurturing, Caring & Patience - I think there should be a balance between all of these values. Caring for and loving others is important, but you must also take care of and understand yourself in order to empathise and make a meaningful impact on others.

Favourite Divine Chocolate product - I can’t decide between the Deliciously Dark Smooth Hazelnut, the Milk Orange and the 70% Dark with Raspberries.

What do you like most about working at Divine? - The diverse team and the mission to create a fair deal for farmers with the underlying commitment to sustainability and the environment.

Most memorable place you've ever visited - Pattaya, Thailand

Something someone would be surprised to know about you​- I am a big fan of Japanese culture and currently learning Japanese

Favourite Adinkra symbol & what it means to you - Owia Kokroko - vitality, renewal and growth. To me this means that there is opportunity to grow when there is lots of energy and hard work involved.

Favourite Divine Chocolate product - Cappuccino bar.

What do you like most about working at Divine? Being able to work globally with customers to make a difference.

Most memorable place you've ever visited -South Korea

Something someone would be surprised to know about you - That I can speak Korean (a little).

Favourite Adinkra symbol & what it means to you: Funtunfunefu-Denkyemfunefu - democracy and unity in diversity. I’ve always liked this symbol as to me it means that working together against all odds can create change for the better. The cocoa farmers in Ghana and Sao Tome are members of democratic co-operatives which empowers them to make decisions to improve their lives and we unite in the work we do at Divine to achieve that aim through the sale of Fairtrade chocolate

Favourite Divine Chocolate product: Cappuccino bar

What do you like most about working at Divine? – Being part of a social enterprise that shows business can be done differently which contributes to delivering social justice in developing countries but also seeing over the years the proliferation of businesses with a social mission both in the UK and abroad.

Most memorable place you've ever visited: Ghana – nowhere else has ever had such an impact on me.

Something someone would be surprised to know about you: I cycled a tandem from London to Saunton Sands in Devon with two bodyboards attached to the bike and also cycled from Coast to Coast (C2C) when I was pregnant.

Favourite Adinkra symbol & what it means to you: Funtunfunefu-Denkyemfunefu - democracy and unity in diversity. I think it represents what Divine stands for, giving farmers a share of Divine’s profits and an opportunity to voice their opinion and vote for what they believe in.

Favourite Divine Chocolate product: The smooth dark with toffee and sea salt bar

What do you like most about working at Divine? I like that Divine has such a collaborative culture, everyone is passionate about what they do, who wouldn’t want to work for a chocolate company that does good for others whilst tasting good at the same time, win-win!

Most memorable place you've ever visited: Going to an orangutan sanctuary in Borneo

Something someone would be surprised to know about you​: I ran the London Marathon in April 2018, it was the hottest on record at 23.2c - I raised £3.5K for Marie Curie a charity that provides care and support for people living with any terminal illness, and their families. It’s one of the best but hardest things I’ve ever done!

Favourite Adinkra symbol & what it means to you: Nkrumakese - greatness and quality. This symbol signifies the need for individuals to aim for the very best in work and human endeavors.

Favourite Divine Chocolate product: Tasting Set – lots of little bars, great for any occasion.

What do you like most about working at Divine? The fact we are doing good, I don’t know any other business that’s sole purpose is to improve lives in the way that Divine does.

Most memorable place you’ve ever visited: Great Wall Of China

Something someone would be surprised to know about you: I’m only 50.

Favourite Adinkra symbol & what it means to you - Aya, Fern – Endurance, Perseverance, Peaceful Coexistence. For me, it’s not just about having a goal or a job to complete, it’s about the journey we take to get there. It’s about how we can grow and develop ourselves and those around us.

Favourite Divine Chocolate product - The Tasting Set – it’s got something for every chocolate mood and it’s great for portion control.

What do you like most about working at Divine? I joined Divine because of its mission and it’s incredible business model. It’s great to know I am contributing, even if it is in the smallest way. Oh, and I love chocolate!

Most memorable place you've ever visited - Chang Rai, Thailand. I was teaching English to students in quite a rural part of northern Thailand and I was made to feel so welcomed by everyone I met. It was this experience that made me realise I wanted to work for an organisation such as Divine.

Something someone would be surprised to know about you - I help out with my family business selling cars on the weekend.

Favourite Adinkra symbol & what it means to you: Sankofa - go back and fetch it. Don’t regret any choices you have made, make them an opportunity to learn and keep looking forward.

Favourite Divine Chocolate product: I love the creamy cappuccino bar. Yum.

What do you like most about working at Divine? working for a company that not only has an amazing portfolio of tasty and beautiful products but are also driven by doing business ethically.

Most memorable place you've ever visited: Palenque, Mexico – walking around the Mayan ruins, in the middle of the jungle with howler monkeys providing the soundtrack for the day. We started the day, waking up to a tarantula in our jungle hut.

Something someone would be surprised to know about you​: I eat a kiwi like an apple. Some people think that’s weird.

Favourite Adinkra symbol & what it means to you: Dwennimmen - humility and strength. It represents my inner strength & resilience

Favourite Divine Chocolate product: White & Strawberry

What do you like most about working at Divine? That we are helping Cocoa farmers getting a fair price

Most memorable place you've ever visited: Negril (Jamaica)

Something someone would be surprised to know about you​: I used to breed tropical pet fish!

Favourite Adinkra symbol & what it means to you: Dwennimmen - humility and strength.We can all strive to achieve our goals in life, be who we want to be, or choose to live by different philosophies. But throughout life’s ups and downs, never look down on others and forget to be humble!

Favourite Divine Chocolate product: The Easter limited edition Hot Cross Bun Chocolate Bar! Or the Milk & White bar swirled with Toffee pieces – unfortunately this one is only sold in the USA... maybe one day it will be here in the UK!

What do you like most about working at Divine? The fulfilment that comes with knowing Divine DNA is all about spreading good! And I mean, I’m a product developer at a chocolate company – dream job on paper or what!?

Most memorable place you've ever visited: Being in Capri in the evening when the tourists go home, it’s so magical then!

Something someone would be surprised to know about you​: I was off work and on jury service for 5 months!